Joon Bae Kim
About Joon Bae Kim
Joon Bae Kim is a Senior Staff Systems Architect at Synaptics Incorporated, specializing in firmware development and communication systems. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Northwestern University and has over 15 years of experience in system and firmware engineering.
Current Role at Synaptics
Joon Bae Kim serves as a Sr. Staff Systems Architect at Synaptics Incorporated, where he has been employed since 2016. In this role, he focuses on the Smart Display Division, contributing to the design and development of advanced systems. His responsibilities include overseeing firmware development and ensuring the integration of various technologies within embedded systems.
Previous Experience at Aware, Inc.
Before joining Synaptics, Joon Bae Kim worked at Aware, Inc. as a Principal Engineer from 2000 to 2009. During his nine years at the company, he gained valuable experience in system engineering and contributed to various projects that enhanced his technical expertise.
Education and Expertise
Joon Bae Kim holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering from Northwestern University. He also earned a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan. His educational background supports his extensive knowledge in firmware development, digital signal processing, and communication systems.
Professional Background
Joon Bae Kim has over 15 years of experience in system, firmware, and digital signal processing engineering. His career includes roles at Atmel Corporation as a Sr. Staff Systems Engineer from 2012 to 2016 and at Lantiq as a Principal Engineer from 2009 to 2012. His work has involved technical leadership, firmware release and maintenance, and customer support.
Specializations and Skills
Joon Bae Kim specializes in various areas, including communication systems, signal processing, and embedded firmware development. His expertise extends to standards, xDSL systems, power line communications, home networks, smart grid technologies, wireless communications, and touch controllers. He has significant experience in standardization, patent processes, and multi-company collaborations.